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Why Your Manuscript Was Rejected

November 28, 2017November 28, 2017 AmeliaPublishing, Writing Tips

I’m all for encouraging people to try new things and be adventurous. Eat the oyster, climb the mountain, marry the girl (don’t quote me). But, after having read some cracker manuscripts myself (including a self-help book on how to dominate […]

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Grammar Mistakes That Your Spellchecker Won’t Pick Up

August 22, 2017July 23, 2022 AmeliaWriting Tips, Business, Content Writing

Proofreading is the least favourite part of my job. Not surprisingly, it is also the most important. Of course, the spellchecker on MS Word points out the glaring problems with grammar and spelling (I absolutely cannot type Mpumalanga correctly – […]

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The Importance of a Well-Written Blog *Mounts Applebox*

August 8, 2017March 9, 2018 AmeliaBlogging, Content Writing, Writing Tips

Tips on how to write a blog, and to write it well.

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Writing Prompts to Light The Proverbial Fire Under The Proverbial Bottom

July 31, 2017August 21, 2017 AmeliaBlogging, Writing Tips

Blogging is delightfully strange. It’s kind of a diary, kind of a professional sphere, kind of a ranting platform, kind of a tutorial. It’s overwhelming, personal, and the most public place you can be. No pressure. So, when you’re out […]

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Dump Your Readers Fast and Sore – A Comprehensive Guide To Lose Their Interest

July 25, 2017August 17, 2017 AmeliaBlogging, Content Writing, Writing Tips

I’m easily excited. The sea? Oooh! A puppy? My favourite! Dinner with friends? Could life get any better? So, when I stumble across a new blog or website, I’m prone to positivity and excitement. My interest may die on the […]

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The True Story of How My Client Refused To Pay My Invoice and I Agreed

July 18, 2017June 24, 2019 AmeliaFreelancing, Writing Tips

The work had taken the better part of a week. More than this, it was as boring as learning how to use the library’s card indexing system. Repetitive, uninspiring, completely the opposite of creative. Still, it wasn’t hard to do. […]

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14 Tips for Top-Notch Professional Emails

July 12, 2017August 21, 2017 AmeliaWriting Tips

Writing is magical. Ok, I’m being dramatic. At the very least, it’s powerful. It can paint a picture, convey an idea, and leave the reader with a lasting impression. And that’s the point – a lasting impression of you, your […]

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How Cape Town Will Inspire Work-From-Homers

June 14, 2017August 22, 2017 AmeliaFreelancing, General, Writing Tips

What is it about Cape Town? There’s a kind of magic that infuses every part of her. From the moment I peek over Sir Lowry’s Pass or at the first site of MY Table Mountain, its ethereal allure grabs me […]

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Published Author – Meet Angela

February 13, 2017February 13, 2017 AmeliaOther Writers, Publishing, Writing Tips

Angela Shearer has gone the self-publishing route twice, and shares her experience. 1. Please tell us a bit about yourself and the book(s) you have written, including the genre you prefer: The Scarlet Code was my first book, a non-fiction […]

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Voxate Writing & Editing
Knysna, South Africa
amelia@voxate.co.za
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